Governor and Membership Manager | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

The recently appointed Joint Executive Director of Corporate Affairs is building a single Corporate Affairs team to work across both organisations and is now seeking to appoint a Governor and Membership Manager across both Trusts, working closely with the Council of Governors in Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust. It is an exciting role, offering the opportunity to shape how we work across two organisations and supporting both Councils of Governors and supporting wider membership engagement.

If you believe you bring the skills and knowledge required to be successful in this role, we would be delighted to hear from you.

To provide the full range of advanced professional assistance to the Company Secretary, in support of the administration and implementation of the of the Trust's corporate governance agenda in relation to the Council of Governors and the Membership at Dorset County Hospital and Dorset HealthCare

The post holder will ensure that both Council of Governors and all related sub-groups operate smoothly and effectively and in accordance with legislative and regulatory requirements. They will ensure that all corporate governance activities in relation to the Governors and Membership are undertaken to the highest standards of probity and according to regulatory and legislative requirements.

The post holder will prepare, plan, and deliver a broad range of complex activities as required by the Director and Deputy Director of Corporate Affairs. This will involve problem solving, formulating action plans and establishing robust governance and assurance mapping. This role will actively contribute to establishing and maintaining good corporate governance practice across both Trusts to ensure that they comply with the regulatory framework (including legislation, its provider licence and the Trust's constitution).This includes ensuring that meetings are compliant with the Trust's constitution and are conducted in line with their agreed terms of reference. This will encompass providing support to and the development of Governors.

It's an exciting time to join our two organisations, Dorset County Hospital and Dorset HealthCare, as we build on our new joint leadership model to help improve the health and wellbeing of our local communities., At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.